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“But there are forces that don't let you turn back and undo things, because to do so would be to deny what is already in motion, to unwrite and erase passages, to shorten the arc of a story you don't own.”

Quote by Salvador Plascencia

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Salvador Plascencia

Salvador Plascencia is an American writer born in 1976. His works are known for their unique narrative style and profound depiction of the life of the Mexican-American community. more

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